3- Perioperative Management Flashcards

1
Q

What may occur if Clonidine is abruptly discontinued?

A

severe rebound hypertension

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2
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At what dosage of prednisone is suppression of the hPA axis a concern for?

A

more than 7.5mg / day of prednisone for longer than 1 week prior to surgery

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3
Q

If exogenous steroids are not given in a patient whose HPA axis may be suppressed, what is the consequence?

A

hypotension and cardiovascular collapse

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4
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Von willebrand disease is ___

A

an abnormal bleeding disease- abnormal factor 8, prolonged bleeding time

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5
Q

when should elective surgery be postponed after an MI?

A

6 months postponement

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